Herpa 1:200 Wings 573030
Lockheed L-1649 Starliner Diecast Model
Lufthansa, D-ALUB |
| 1:200 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Lockheed L-1649 Starliner | | 7" | | 9" |
On September 25, 1957, D-ALUB was handed over by Lockheed as the first of a total of six L-1649A "Starliner" to the still young Deutsche Lufthansa AG. It was the only example that did not have the "parabolas" that were common at the time on its three rudders. Since the time for the first jets was approaching - the first Boeing 707s were put into service in 1960 - the "Super Star", as it was called by Lufthansa, was only granted its position as a long-haul flagship for a short time. D-ALUB was converted into a freighter in 1960 before she was finally sold in 1966.
Designed as a stretched version of the successful Constellation design, the Super Constellation was first flown on October 13th, 1950. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Herpa "1:200 Wings" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian and military aircraft in 1:200 scale.
Herpa "1:200 Wings" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Permanently extended landing gear with non-rotating wheels.
- Some releases feature interchangeable open/closed canopies.
- Authentic fixed ordnance loads.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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